Cape Breton Backcountry Adventure

Overview

At Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures we offer exciting on/off-road Jeep tours giving you the opportunity to see areas of the island only accessible with local guides and expert drivers. Our tours allow adventure seekers and tourism lovers alike to experience Cape Breton Island like never before. 

With endless terrain to explore on Cape Breton Island, it can be difficult to access all that the island has to offer without proper guides, gear, and experience. Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures provides experienced guides, local knowledge, and first-class gear which make every adventure possible.

From beautiful mountain views to coastal sunsets. CBBA has the Adventure for you!

The Cape Clear Express 

Climb through the Cape Breton Highlands forest service roads and discover the rich history of the mountains, learning about the people who lived and worked here from the past to the present. Keep an eye out for moose as you make your way to one of the most magnificent views on the island. Each tour is unique due to the changing colors of the mountains and the diversity of wildlife, offering new paths for exploration.

Stop at Cape Clear to enjoy a panoramic view of the Highlands and the world-renowned Margaree River. Your guide will not only educate you about the places you are viewing but also bring the area to life with engaging old local stories.

The Coastal & Sunset Tour 

Drive on/off the pavement along the Cabot Trail. Learn about the National park, secluded fishing villages, and the world renowned Margaree River. Stop at wharfs, look off-points, and beaches while travelling one of the most beautiful roads in Canada. 

Sunset option – Chase the sunset along the coast or let your guide find you the best spot to watch the sun disappear. 

The Margaree Mountaineer 

Our most popular tour! Get lost (with your guide) in the roads of Margaree. Climb through the mountains, splash through puddles, stop at beautiful hidden gems, cruise along the world renowned Margaree River and learn the history of the area while your guide brings the area to life with engaging old local stories! *This tour is the best mix between on and off-road and can always be changed to a fully on-road tour or fully off-road tour.*

The Adventure Seeker

Test the capabilities of the Jeep and get the full off-road experience as you crawl up the beautifully forested bumpy trails into the mountains of Margaree Valley. Weave through ATV trails, splash through puddles and most importantly, HAVE FUN when your guides puts the Jeep to the test in our private terrain park. *Important Note: This tour is not for people that experience severe neck or back pain.

North River Falls Look-off + Valley tour  

(The highest falls in the Nova Scotia) Climb through the Cape Breton Highlands looking for Moose and other wildlife! Leave the Jeep at the trailhead and hike 15 minutes down an ATV trail to the look-off where you will see a beautiful view of this TRIPLE DECKER FALLS. Hike out, hop in the Jeep and head down into the Margaree Valley to explore hidden scenic gems only found with a local guide!  Total hiking time: 30-45 min Total travel time in the Jeep: 3hr (including stops along the way)

Ultimate Fall Colours Tour  

Drive right through some of the most colourful picturesque parts of the island! This adventure is the perfect mix between on and off road touring as you drive right beside the world renowned Margaree River, climb up the beautifully forested hills of the Margaree Valley and stop at all the (locally known) hidden gems for the best photo opportunities. All this and more as your guide talks about the history of Cape Breton from the past to present day. DON’T JUST LOOK AT THE FALL COLOURS…DRIVE RIGHT THROUGH THEM!

Customize your own tour

Tell us what kind of sights you are looking to see, when you want to go and for how long and we will take it from there. Waterfalls, panoramic views, hikes, mountain and river views, 4×4 trails, fishing, beaches and more! You name it, we can do it! 

Let us be your private guide for your Cape Breton excursion!